Can you list some novels from the Time top 100 modern novels?

Definitely. 'The Bridges of Madison County' is a classic modern romance. It tells the story of a brief but intense love affair between a married woman and a photographer. 'The Notebook' is also very popular. It's a story of a couple's love that endures through the test of time and Alzheimer's disease. These are all great modern romance novels.

Sure. 'Vanity Fair' by William Makepeace Thackeray is one. It's a satirical look at the society of the time. Also, 'The Woman in White' by Wilkie Collins, which is known for its mystery and complex plot. And 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' by Lewis Carroll, which, while having a more fantastical bent, still reflects certain Victorian sensibilities.

Sure. 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley. It depicts a dystopian future society where people are genetically engineered and conditioned from birth. It makes us think about the price of technological progress and the loss of individual freedom.

Yes. 'Germinal' is a great modern French novel that gives a detailed look at the working - class struggles. 'A la recherche du temps perdu' is a landmark in French literature for its in - depth analysis of society. 'L'Étranger' stands out for its unique narrative style and the way it questions society's expectations.

Sure. 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien is a modern epic. 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell is a political allegory. 'A Passage to India' by E.M. Forster explores colonial India.

Another one is 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. This novel deals with themes like racism and justice in the American South. It's told from the perspective of a young girl, Scout, and her experiences with her father, a lawyer defending a black man in a prejudiced town.

Sure. 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens was a very popular 2018 fiction novel. It has a beautiful setting in the marshlands and a mystery at its core. The story of Kya, a girl growing up alone in the marshes, is both heart - breaking and inspiring.

Sure. 'The Water Dancer' by Ta - Nehisi Coates is one. It's a story that blends history, magic, and the fight against slavery. The writing is both powerful and evocative.

Another one from the list could be 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. It deals with important issues like racism and injustice in the American South. The character of Atticus Finch is a moral compass in the story, teaching his children valuable lessons.

Sure. One of the top Indian novels is 'The God of Small Things' by Arundhati Roy. It beautifully weaves a story of family, love, and the caste system in India. Another great one is 'Midnight's Children' by Salman Rushdie. It tells the story of India's transition to independence and the generations born at that time. And 'A Suitable Boy' by Vikram Seth is also very popular, which is a long and detailed exploration of post - independence India.